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Pipili Applique – Lampshade

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Product: Pipli Applique (Odisha)

Category/Sub-Category: Applique

Description:  Applique, a French term, is a technique by which various cutting pieces of coloured fabrics are applied to the surface of another foundation fabric. Applique works of Pipili is also known as patching cloth design and in local language this handicraft is known as ‘Chandua’.

The piece of Arte-fact is a lamp shade made up of colored cloth pieces following an age-old tradition of Pipli Applique and unique designs/patterns.

Place of Origin: Pipli, Odisha, India.

Significance:

  1. A unique colorful piece of Art.
  2. The art originated several centuries back
  3. Applique art has a touch of divinity(Jagannath Culture)
  4. It can be used in any part of house as a symbol of spiritualism and age old Indian tradition.

 Suggestion for Maintenance:

  1. Normal Wash for Cotton varieties recommended.
  2. In case you want to hand wash, use cold water and a standard washing powder.
  3. Dry fabric in shade as sun may cause the fabric to fade.
  4. Wash dark colors separately and never use chemical bleach.

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Pipli Applique is a distinct form of appliqué work. The largest numbers of appliqué craftsmen are concentrated in Pipli, Odisha.

History records that this colorful collage of fabric on fabric was intertwined with the rituals associated with the Sri Jagannath Temple, Puri. With royal patronage, the appliqué work peaked in excellence. According to temple records, Maharaja Birakshore of Puri appointed the darji or tailor community to supply appliqué works for the daily rites performed in the temple. The craftsmen created canopies, umbrellas and banners that are traditionally associated with the temples of Orissa, especially Puri.

Besides used in the religious function, with the touch of a little modernity, garments of varied designs are also made with it.

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Weight 200 g

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